http://www.hispanictips.com A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos Fri, 16 May 2008 15:43:29 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.5 en http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/15/some-illegal-immigrants-fear-raids-by-federal-agents-suffolk-county-new-york/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/15/some-illegal-immigrants-fear-raids-by-federal-agents-suffolk-county-new-york/#comments Thu, 15 May 2008 17:33:07 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/15/some-illegal-immigrants-fear-raids-by-federal-agents-suffolk-county-new-york/ "On the streets of some Latino communities on Long Island yesterday, news of Suffolk County's bill targeting undocumented workers set off a wave of wild rumors that federal immigration agents were about to crack down on illegal immigrants.

Many people were misinterpreting Spanish-language news reports about the bill, believing it signaled a start to a round of raids, said Sister Margaret Smyth, head of the Catholic Church's Hispanic Apostolate on the North Fork." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/15/some-illegal-immigrants-fear-raids-by-federal-agents-suffolk-county-new-york/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominican-new-yorkers-to-cast-their-vote-for-islands-new-president/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominican-new-yorkers-to-cast-their-vote-for-islands-new-president/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 15:57:54 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominican-new-yorkers-to-cast-their-vote-for-islands-new-president/ "s the presidential candidates continue to fight it out for a home on Pennsylvania Avenue, the Dominican Republic is holding its presidential election this Friday, bringing Dominicans from across the city to the polls. NY1's Dean Meminger filed the following report.

Dominican New Yorkers say they want to make sure that their voices are heard and that their votes count back home.

"We need to change the president for another no matter what," said one Dominican New Yorker. " HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominican-new-yorkers-to-cast-their-vote-for-islands-new-president/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/beto-cuevas-will-showcase-unreleased-songs-in-his-ny-solo-debut/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/beto-cuevas-will-showcase-unreleased-songs-in-his-ny-solo-debut/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 15:38:00 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/beto-cuevas-will-showcase-unreleased-songs-in-his-ny-solo-debut/ "Chilean rocker Beto Cuevas kept the songs he composed in the three years since his band La Ley broke up a top secret.

“I didn’t want my fans to suffer from demoitis,” says the former leader of the Grammy-winning group, making up a disease that causes fans to get used to the sound of demo tapes and reject the final recording.

“That’s why I want people to first listen to these songs live — a sort of Off-Broadway for the songs,” adds Cuevas, 40, from San Jose, Calif., during a stop in his tour that will bring him to New York Saturday for a solo debut at Irving Plaza." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/beto-cuevas-will-showcase-unreleased-songs-in-his-ny-solo-debut/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominicans-cheer-as-in-the-heights-grabs-13-tony-award-nods/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominicans-cheer-as-in-the-heights-grabs-13-tony-award-nods/#comments Wed, 14 May 2008 15:14:02 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominicans-cheer-as-in-the-heights-grabs-13-tony-award-nods/ "Up in Washington Heights, home to a large stretch of Broadway, word of the 13 Tony nominations for neighborhood homage "In the Heights" left the locals beaming - if not dancing in the streets.

"I'm proud," said Raul Rodriguez, 21, wearing his Yankees gear uptown, where the brightest lights typically twinkle from the George Washington Bridge. "It's my neighborhood."

Ercilia Garcia, 49, a program director at the social service agency Alianza Dominica, was surprised but thrilled to hear about the sweep of nominations - including Best Musical and Best Original Score." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/14/dominicans-cheer-as-in-the-heights-grabs-13-tony-award-nods/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/new-york-farmers-fear-theyll-be-short-of-workers/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/new-york-farmers-fear-theyll-be-short-of-workers/#comments Tue, 13 May 2008 17:18:11 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/new-york-farmers-fear-theyll-be-short-of-workers/ "New York farmers say a shift in state policy is making it harder for them to hire experienced seasonal workers through federal guest-worker contracts.
During a meeting with Gov. David Paterson Monday, farmers said the state Labor Department is forcing less experienced domestic workers from Puerto Rico and elsewhere upon them by rejecting growers' applications to hire foreign workers on H-2A visas.

“There's been kind of a shift in the Department of Labor's response to growers trying to get certified for the H-2A workers, and it's been a shift from previous administrations,” Oswego apple grower Eric Behling said. “Other states have applied through the H-2A program and haven't met the resistance.”

The H-2A program allows employers to hire foreign workers temporarily if they show that they were not able to find U.S. workers for the jobs." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/new-york-farmers-fear-theyll-be-short-of-workers/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/timestalk-events-with-leguizamo-daniele-miranda-nyc/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/timestalk-events-with-leguizamo-daniele-miranda-nyc/#comments Tue, 13 May 2008 16:44:37 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/timestalk-events-with-leguizamo-daniele-miranda-nyc/ "The New York Times Presents A Celebration of Talento Artístico: Two TimesTalk Events

Actors, composers, lyricists, choreographers, writers and directors from the Latino community have been bringing their creativity to theater and film everywhere. Join us for two exciting discussions in one evening, moderated by Robin Pogrebin, New York Times culture reporter." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/timestalk-events-with-leguizamo-daniele-miranda-nyc/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/mayor-bloomberg-and-latin-media-and-entertainment-commission-announce-new-efforts-to-position-new-york-city-as-the-center-for-latin-media-and-entertainment/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/mayor-bloomberg-and-latin-media-and-entertainment-commission-announce-new-efforts-to-position-new-york-city-as-the-center-for-latin-media-and-entertainment/#comments Tue, 13 May 2008 16:30:51 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/mayor-bloomberg-and-latin-media-and-entertainment-commission-announce-new-efforts-to-position-new-york-city-as-the-center-for-latin-media-and-entertainment/ "Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg will announce today at the annual "Made in NY" Awards reception held at Gracie Mansion new efforts of the Latin Media and Entertainment Commission (LMEC) to position New York as the center for Latin media and entertainment. The announcements include the City's first ever Latin Media Guide of events taking place throughout the city, the appointment of eight new commission members, the formation of a working group with educational institutions and industry leaders, and a newly re-launched website on www.nyc.gov .

"The Latin Media and Entertainment Commission was established to showcase our city's Latino arts and entertainment community and create new opportunities and jobs in these fields," said Mayor Bloomberg. "The Commission has brought together executives from Latin media and business organizations, and over the past four years these leaders have put their talents to work on the city's behalf. By welcoming eight new members and launching a new website and Latin media guide, the Commission is strengthening the art, music, and entertainment industries that make New York City the Latin Media and Entertainment Capital of the World."

As part of the Commission's efforts to create and support events that provide the most enriching Latin cultural experiences, the LMEC has partnered with the bilingual Latino website NYRemezcla to create the first-ever Latin Media Guide. The 2008 edition of the guide includes 14 events supported by LMEC. These events range from Latin film screenings to outdoor Latin music concerts and combined are expected to have an estimated economic impact on the city of over $60 million.

"We continue to work closely with the Mayor to identify, build, and tout top destinations in New York City featuring Latin advertising, new media, films, music, dining, art galleries, and more," said LMEC Chair Mario L. Baeza, Chairman and CEO of the Baeza Group, and Founder and Executive Chairman V-Me Media, Inc. "We are committed to fostering the growth of Latin organizations in New York in order to continue growing and enriching the cultural fabric of our great City."

This year, LMEC's goal to promote economic development for Hispanic advertising and media companies will be re-enforced by the addition of eight new board members: Patrick Dolan, Senior Vice President, Interactive Advertising Bureau; Robert Federico, Executive Director, Repertorio Español; Angela M. Freyre, Senior Vice President, Nielsen Media; Jacqueline Hernández, COO, Telemundo; Jorge Reynardus, President/Partner, Reynardus & Moya; Jeffrey Thompson, Vice President Global Diversity, Disney; Joe Uva, CEO, Univision; Carlos Sanchez, President & General Manager of Telemundo 47.

The event listings in the Latin Media Guide are also part of a comprehensive calendar featured on the LMEC's newly redesigned website that can be found on www.nyc.gov . Some of the up-coming LMEC-endorsed events appearing in the new Latin Media Guide include TeatroStageFest being held June 2-15, the Latin Alternative Music Conference being held July 8-12, the New York International Latino Film Festival taking place July 22-27, the Latino Cultural Festival at the Queens Theater July 23-August 3 and the New York Salsa Congress August 27-31.

The new LMEC website will also include a summary of New York business incentives, an Online Business Survey, a directory of industry and Latino cultural institutions and subscription to a newsletter that will keep the public updated and informed about the LMEC's work and upcoming Latin events. The website will also highlight the LMEC's joint effort with many of the City's top colleges and universities and executives in the "new media" and Hispanic advertising fields to develop and strengthen New York City's growing Latin media and entertainment workforce. The partnership seeks to bridge the gap between educational institutions and the changing demands of the industry to provide opportunities to students.

About the Latin Media and Entertainment Commission (LMEC)
On October 28, 2003, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg created the NYC Latin Media & Entertainment Commission (LMEC) by Executive Order No. 43. The LMEC advises the Mayor on business development and retention strategies for the Latin media and entertainment industry and works with City agencies to pursue the LMEC's goals. Through research and strategies, the LMEC develops initiatives to retain, recruit, and expand New York City's Latin media and entertainment productions, businesses, and jobs as well as to attract and host high-profile Latin entertainment productions and events in New York City. The Commission is made up of leaders from the Latin and mainstream media industry, community leaders from the nonprofit and cultural sectors, and leading executives from the financial, advertising, and real estate sectors. Commission members include honorary Chairpersons Jennifer Lopez and Robert De Niro; LMEC Chairman Mario Baeza, Chairman and CEO of the Baeza Group and Founder and Executive Chairman V-Me Media, Inc.; and the Mayor's Advisor and Liaison to the Commission, Willie Colon. The heads of seven City agencies, under the direction of the Deputy Mayor for Economic Development, serve on the commission as ex officio members." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/13/mayor-bloomberg-and-latin-media-and-entertainment-commission-announce-new-efforts-to-position-new-york-city-as-the-center-for-latin-media-and-entertainment/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/12/cielo-latino-leader-carries-on-tireless-personal-fight-against-aids-nyc/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/12/cielo-latino-leader-carries-on-tireless-personal-fight-against-aids-nyc/#comments Mon, 12 May 2008 16:10:47 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/12/cielo-latino-leader-carries-on-tireless-personal-fight-against-aids-nyc/ "This year, the annual fund-raising event held by Cielo Latino, the Latino Commission on AIDS, will take place on Tuesday, and will be a very special affair.

The reason is not only that this time around it will be the largest one ever moneywise, but also that this year, Cielo Latino will celebrate the 20 years of life of its president, Dennis deLeon, since learning of his HIV-positive status.

"My body is not that great," deLeon, who has been at the helm of the Latino Commission since 1994, told me in an interview at his W. 25th St. office in Manhattan. Diabetes and a bad heart are two of the consequences of the harsh HIV-fighting drugs he has taken all these years. "But I am alive."" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/12/cielo-latino-leader-carries-on-tireless-personal-fight-against-aids-nyc/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/08/arthur-aviles-boricua-tai-chi/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/08/arthur-aviles-boricua-tai-chi/#comments Thu, 08 May 2008 17:51:47 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/08/arthur-aviles-boricua-tai-chi/ "As a teen, Arthur Aviles didn’t dare entertain becoming a dancer.

Raised by Puerto Rican parents in the South Bronx, he knew to avoid anything that threatened masculine norms.

“The male-female thing was very strict in my family,” says Aviles, 44.

“I thought there was one persona to be, and dance was not in that persona.”" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/08/arthur-aviles-boricua-tai-chi/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/07/la-raza-comica-latino-comedians-find-their-place-in-ny/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/07/la-raza-comica-latino-comedians-find-their-place-in-ny/#comments Wed, 07 May 2008 14:05:44 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/07/la-raza-comica-latino-comedians-find-their-place-in-ny/ "Heard the one about the word “chancla” making it into the English dictionary?

According to New York-Puerto Rican comic Bill Santiago, “The next edition of Funk and Wagnalls will include the word chancla — cheap sandal that doubles as a disciplinary device in Latino households.

See also: chancletazo, fuete and pow pow.”" HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/07/la-raza-comica-latino-comedians-find-their-place-in-ny/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/union-boss-dennis-rivera-to-lead-nycs-puerto-rican-day-parade/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/union-boss-dennis-rivera-to-lead-nycs-puerto-rican-day-parade/#comments Tue, 06 May 2008 16:35:50 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/union-boss-dennis-rivera-to-lead-nycs-puerto-rican-day-parade/ "Powerful union boss Dennis Rivera has been selected to lead this year's National Puerto Rican Day Parade.

Rivera, who heads up the Service Employees International Union, has been chosen as the parade's grand marshal. " HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/union-boss-dennis-rivera-to-lead-nycs-puerto-rican-day-parade/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/wcbs-tv-reporter-pablo-guzman-injured-in-yonkers-car-accident/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/wcbs-tv-reporter-pablo-guzman-injured-in-yonkers-car-accident/#comments Tue, 06 May 2008 16:31:51 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/wcbs-tv-reporter-pablo-guzman-injured-in-yonkers-car-accident/ "WCBS-TV correspondent Pablo Guzman was injured in a one-car accident yesterday evening on the Cross County Parkway, police said.

Guzman, 57, of Pleasantville was taken to Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla after he lost control of his vehicle and slammed into a rock wall, said Kieran O'Leary, spokesman for the Westchester county police." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/06/wcbs-tv-reporter-pablo-guzman-injured-in-yonkers-car-accident/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/shirley-rodriguez-remeneski-jerusha-ramos-co-chair-the-latina-style-business-series-tour-in-new-york-city-ny/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/shirley-rodriguez-remeneski-jerusha-ramos-co-chair-the-latina-style-business-series-tour-in-new-york-city-ny/#comments Mon, 05 May 2008 16:32:01 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/shirley-rodriguez-remeneski-jerusha-ramos-co-chair-the-latina-style-business-series-tour-in-new-york-city-ny/ "LATINA Style Magazine, the premier magazine addressing the needs of established Latina & Women entrepreneurs in the U.S., will celebrate the 2008 LATINA Style Business Series (LSBS) 10 Year Anniversary Tour in New York City, NY, Thursday May 15th, 2008, from 8:00am - 4:00pm at the Crowne Plaza Times Square Manhattan, 1605 Broadway, New York, NY, 10019.

The LATINA Style Business Series is the most successful ongoing business development program for Latina business owners in the nation. Over 17,000 Latina entrepreneurs and professionals have benefited from participating in this exciting and informative one-day business program since it first launched in 1998. The focus of the 2008 Series is to provide a platform for women business owners who are looking to position their enterprises to succeed at the next level.

The event co-chairs are Shirley Rodríguez Remeneski, President, 100 Hispanic Women, and Jerusha Ramos, Investment Advisor for NL Financial and community leader with many advocacy organizations.

Mrs. Rodríguez Remeneski founded 100 Hispanic Women in 1996 as a forum for Latinas, individuals and organizations who support Hispanic women, to come together and address issues affecting our communities. Prior to founding 100 Hispanic Women, Mrs. Remeneski held the position of Senior Vice President at the Empire State Development Corporation's Economic Revitalization Division, where she was appointed in January 2002. At Empire State Development, Ms. Remeneski was responsible for overseeing economic development for distressed communities in New York State, and designing projects and programs to stimulate growth and development that lead to the creation of permanent jobs, and sustainable business enterprises.

Ms. Ramos is a well-rounded business professional who works with business owners and other high-earning employees providing them with quality financial analysis and strategies. She is active in organizations such as National Association of Women Business Owners, serving in the capacity of Former Vice-President of Membership, New York City chapter and former National Chair of Diversity / Market Development Forum. She is also involved with the New York State Federation of Hispanic Chambers of Commerce. In 2007, she chaired the 24th Northeast Regional Convention of Hispanic Chambers of Commerce.

The 2008 LSBS title sponsor is Macy's Inc. National sponsors include Sam's Club, State Farm Insurance, UnitedHealthcare and Wal-Mart.

In addition, LATINA Style has partnered with the Association of Latino Professionals in Finance and Accounting (ALPFA), iHispano.com, Latinos in Information Sciences and Technology Association (LISTA), League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC), LatinVision, National Association of Hispanic Publications (NAHP), National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO), PR Newswire, U.S. Small Business Administration, the Women's Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC) and Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP).

Local partners include: 100 Hispanic Women, Dress for Success , Greater New York Chamber of Commerce (GNYCC), Manhattan Chamber of Commerce (MCC), Morris County Hispanic-American Chamber of Commerce (MCHACC), National Association of Women Business Owners - New York (NAWBO-NY), National Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on Health (NHCCH), New York City Department of Small Business Services, New York State Federation of Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (NYSFHCC), New York Women's Chamber of Commerce (NYWCC), Long Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (LIHCC) Women's Bureau-U.S. Department of Labor & Women's Venture Fund.

The event includes exhibits and expert presenters who will speak on the topics of "Securing Capital to Build Capacity," "Protecting You and Your Investments," "Positioning Your Company for Success in the Supply Chain," "Successful Marketing Strategies to Sell You and Your Business," and "Latina Entrepreneur Spotlight: Lessons Learned." We will feature local business leaders and hear first-hand how they were able to find true business success!

Registration fee includes: dynamic panels, high power networking opportunities in the exhibit area, breakfast, lunch, commemorative gift bag, and a two-year subscription to LATINA Style Magazine, for a tremendous value of only $30! Over 70 cities have been visited since the inception of the Business Series in 1998. Since then, it has received an overwhelmingly positive response by the Latina, Hispanic and small-business community. The Series has been featured on NBC News, ABC News, FOX network, Univision, Telemundo and SBTV, and in the San Diego Tribune, the Washington Post, the Los Angeles Times, the New York Times and the Dallas Morning News.

LATINA Style Magazine, a lifestyle magazine for the professional Hispanic woman, hosts the LATINA Style Business Series bringing resources to entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs in the local area.

For more information or to register for the New York Business Series, visit http://www.latinastyle.com or call 1-800-651-8083." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/shirley-rodriguez-remeneski-jerusha-ramos-co-chair-the-latina-style-business-series-tour-in-new-york-city-ny/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/high-falls-film-festival-honors-rita-moreno-rochester-new-york/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/high-falls-film-festival-honors-rita-moreno-rochester-new-york/#comments Mon, 05 May 2008 14:16:47 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/high-falls-film-festival-honors-rita-moreno-rochester-new-york/ "Rita Moreno won an Oscar for playing Anita in the film West Side Story. She won a Tony for playing Googie Gomez in the Broadway musical The Ritz and was awarded Emmys for appearances on The Muppet Show and The Rockford Files.

On Saturday morning, young people who gathered in the Little Theatre found out that she does a pretty good iguana voice as well.

Moreno is in town for the Rochester High Falls International Film Festival and was honored with the Susan B. Anthony "Failure is Impossible" Award Saturday evening." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/high-falls-film-festival-honors-rita-moreno-rochester-new-york/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/new-york-marriott-marquis-offers-spanish-and-sports-television-to-hotel-guests-in-times-square/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/new-york-marriott-marquis-offers-spanish-and-sports-television-to-hotel-guests-in-times-square/#comments Mon, 05 May 2008 13:58:03 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/new-york-marriott-marquis-offers-spanish-and-sports-television-to-hotel-guests-in-times-square/ "The growing trend of increased international travel to New York City, combined with the popularity of international sports and the large U.S.-based Spanish-speaking population, has prompted the New York Marriott Marquis, a luxury hotel in Times Square, to add three new international television offerings in all of its guest rooms: Setanta Sports, UNIVISION and Galavisión. These new channel offerings come into place on the heels of the installation of LG 37-inch flat screen televisions in all 1,946 guest rooms in one of New York City’s largest hotels, located in the heart of Times Square. All three channels are offered free of charge to hotel guests.

Setanta Sports is a premium sports television channel dedicated to distinctly European and international football, world-class rugby and other sports. In the United States in 2005, the channel successfully launched with the live broadcast of the Champions League on the DIRECTV platform as a premium channel.*

UNIVISION is the largest Spanish-language network in the United States. Its programming includes novelas, news, sports and entertainment.**

Galavisión provides additional viewing options for the ever-growing and diverse U.S. Hispanic population. It is the only Hispanic network to offer over 50 hours of live programming per week - more than any other Spanish network. Its programming features news, sports TV channels and variety/comedy shows.***

“International sports have become increasingly popular in the United States, amongst Americans and expatriates” says Mike Stengel, general manager of the New York Marriott Marquis. “At the same time, we have noted a significant increase in international hotel guests from Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain and throughout Latin America. There is also a huge Spanish-speaking American population here. We wanted to respond to the interests expressed by our guests in offering these new channels to them. It’s another way for us to serve our guests better and to keep them connected to their favorite programs and sporting events while away from home.”

The New York Marriott Marquis is located at 1535 Broadway, between West 45th and West 46th Streets in New York City. For reservations, call: 1-800-843-4898 or visit www.nymarriottmarquis.com." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/05/new-york-marriott-marquis-offers-spanish-and-sports-television-to-hotel-guests-in-times-square/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/repertorio-espanol-turns-40-new-york-city/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/repertorio-espanol-turns-40-new-york-city/#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 15:51:27 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/repertorio-espanol-turns-40-new-york-city/ "Repertorio Español, the landmark E. 27th St. theater that stages and promotes works in Spanish, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

The theater will mark the feat with a gala on June 3 for which the company will perform its latest production, “Doña Flor and Her Two Husbands,” starring Denise Quiñones and Francisco Gattorno.

One of the city’s most enduring Latino institutions, Repertorio started somewhat accidentally." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/repertorio-espanol-turns-40-new-york-city/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/a-hispanic-archbishop-for-new-york/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/a-hispanic-archbishop-for-new-york/#comments Thu, 01 May 2008 15:27:04 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/a-hispanic-archbishop-for-new-york/ "Whatever impressions Pope Benedict XVI took away from his long weekend in New York may influence a big, upcoming decision — picking a successor to Cardinal Edward Egan as archbishop.

Speculating on the next leader of the New York Archdiocese, one of the most important posts in the U.S. Roman Catholic Church, has become something of a parlor game for church-watchers.

A couple of the candidates who keep surfacing reflect the diversity of the American church: the black archbishop of Atlanta and the Hispanic archbishop of San Juan, Puerto Rico." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/05/01/a-hispanic-archbishop-for-new-york/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/report-nypd-targets-blacks-hispanics-on-marijuana/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/report-nypd-targets-blacks-hispanics-on-marijuana/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2008 16:09:28 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/report-nypd-targets-blacks-hispanics-on-marijuana/ "The NYPD arrested more than 350,000 people for misdemeanor marijuana possession over the past decade -- a tenfold increase achieved by systematically targeting young black and Hispanic men and stopping them without cause, a report released Tuesday charges.

The NYPD said the New York Civil Liberties Union, which released the report, is misleading the public "with absurdly inflated numbers and false claims about bias."For example, between 2003 and 2006, overall marijuana arrests dipped by 25 percent compared with the previous four-year period, "a point missing from the report," said Deputy Commissioner Paul Browne, the NYPD's top spokesman." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/report-nypd-targets-blacks-hispanics-on-marijuana/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/cucu-diamantes-will-glitter-at-cielo-latino-cielo-latino-the-annual-fundraiser-for-the-latino-commission-on-aids-is-the-nations-largest-fundraiser-in-the-fight-against-hivaids-in-the-latino-com/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/cucu-diamantes-will-glitter-at-cielo-latino-cielo-latino-the-annual-fundraiser-for-the-latino-commission-on-aids-is-the-nations-largest-fundraiser-in-the-fight-against-hivaids-in-the-latino-com/#comments Wed, 30 Apr 2008 14:29:58 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/cucu-diamantes-will-glitter-at-cielo-latino-cielo-latino-the-annual-fundraiser-for-the-latino-commission-on-aids-is-the-nations-largest-fundraiser-in-the-fight-against-hivaids-in-the-latino-com/ "Dennis deLeon, president of the Latino Commission on AIDS, announced the musical entertainment that will fill the air with beautiful sounds for Cielo Latino on May 13, 2008, at Cipriani Wall Street. The Latino Commission on AIDS is thrilled to have Cuban born Cucu Diamantes from Yerba Buena as this year's lead entertainment for Cielo Latino. Unveiling new songs from her forthcoming solo debut album, Cucu's voice and charisma, accompanied by the rhythms of producer Andres Levin and other members of Yerba Buena, will keep the crowd dancing all night long at Cielo Latino 2008.

"What's most important about this organization is that with its efforts in relation to HIV, it helps Latinos access prevention tools, treatments, attention and help wherever one may live or work," said Diamantes. "Whatever our role in life may be, wherever we may live, we all live with HIV in one way or another. We should all assume responsibility in responding to this epidemic."

The evening will commence with the striking sounds of flamenco guitarist Hernan Romero, who draws inspiration from the Flamenco music experienced while living in Cadiz, Spain.

Cucu follows in the footsteps of previous Cielo Latino entertainers such as India, the Reigning Queen of Salsa, Jean, Johnny Pacheco and many others. Tickets for the event are on sale now and sponsorships are still available. For further information, please visit www.latinoaids.org/cielo or contact Elayne Monnens at 212-584-9318.

The Latino Commission on AIDS is a national nonprofit membership organization dedicated to fighting the spread of HIV/AIDS in the Latino community. In response to the critical, unmet need for HIV prevention and care for Latinos, a coalition of Latino leaders founded the agency in 1990. The Commission realizes its mission by spearheading health advocacy for Latinos, promoting HIV education, developing model prevention programs for high-risk communities, building capacity in local organizations and health departments, and by conducting community-driven research and evaluation. Through its extensive network of member organizations and community leaders, the Commission works to mobilize an effective Latino community response to the health crisis created by HIV/AIDS. The Commission is currently providing services in more than 40 States, Washington, DC, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands. Since 1993 the Commission has been directed by Dennis deLeon, a national advocate and visionary leader of the Latino community's struggle to contain the AIDS epidemic." HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/30/cucu-diamantes-will-glitter-at-cielo-latino-cielo-latino-the-annual-fundraiser-for-the-latino-commission-on-aids-is-the-nations-largest-fundraiser-in-the-fight-against-hivaids-in-the-latino-com/feed/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/29/latin-alternative-music-conference-lamc-announces-artist-lineup-and-panel-schedule/ http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/29/latin-alternative-music-conference-lamc-announces-artist-lineup-and-panel-schedule/#comments Tue, 29 Apr 2008 19:10:57 +0000 Tomas http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/29/latin-alternative-music-conference-lamc-announces-artist-lineup-and-panel-schedule/ "Free Central Park SummerStage Concert (Saturday, July 12th) Features Mexican Rock Songstress Julieta Venegas and Monterrey's Electro-Rockers Plastilina Mosh Along With Chilean Buzz DJ Bitman Free Celebrate Brooklyn @ Prospect Park Concert (Friday, July 11th) Features Brazilian Girls, Miranda! And Ticklah Additional LAMC Artists Include Pacha Massive, Mexican Institute of Sound, CuCu Diamantes (Yerba Buena), Ticklah, Emmanuel Horvilleur, Sussie 4, Ximena Sariana, Zigmat And Forro In The Dark The Latin Alternative Music Conference (LAMC) has announced this summer's concert and showcase lineup. Among the highlights are a free Central Park Summer Stage concert on Saturday, July 12th featuring Mexican rock songstress Julieta Venegas, Mexican electro-rockers Plastilina Mosh and Chilean buzz DJ Bitman. LAMC's annual concert at Celebrate Brooklyn will take place the evening of Friday, July 11th in Prospect Park, and this year's lineup will feature Argentine electro-pop band Miranda!, New York City's own melting pop band Brazilian Girls and dub master Ticklah (Easy Star All-Stars + Antibalas Afrobeat Orchestra). Additional LAMC events include an Experimental Film Night in Brooklyn, Music and Film Night @ Central Park SummerStage, Indie Showcase @ The Mercury Lounge, Terra showcase @ Bowery Ballroom, Cyloop/Gibson Acoustic Showcase @ SOB's, and the Pepsi Blue Carpet Bash Closing Party. (SEE FURTHER BELOW FOR FULL ARTIST LINEUP AND SCHEDULE) With a warm welcome from the Big Apple, the biggest event in the world for cutting-edge Latin music will return to the Roosevelt Hotel in New York City from July 8th - 12th. Discounted registration for LAMC is available for only $249 at www.latinalternative.com (discounted rate expires on June 1st ). Featuring leading artists as well as many of the music industry's most prominent decision-makers, the ninth annual LAMC is a "must play" event for developing and established acts alike. "Major music events like the 9th Annual Latin Alternative Music Conference draw music fans from around the world to New York City," said Mayor Michael Bloomberg. "Through the work of the Latin Media and Entertainment Commission, New York has been able to attract and retain major Latin events generating millions in economic activity for our City. As we continue to showcase the talent and rich cultural diversity of Nueva York, hosting events like the LAMC helps us as we stake our claim as the Latin media and entertainment capital of the world." With past conferences averaging more than 1,250 music industry attendees and 25,000 concert fans each year, LAMC 2008 promises to be an exciting year yet again. This multi-day conference provides networking opportunities with the genre's leading artists, label executives, journalists, marketers, managers, retailers and programmers. It is the most extensive Latin music conference to date. LAMC will be returning for its second year in Mexico City and Buenos Aires on September 5th and September 22th-24th, respectively. Tuesday, July 8th: - 8:00pm - 11:00pm: LAMC Underground Film Night at 282 North Henry Gallery (Brooklyn) Featuring ¿Habrán Esperanzas?, a film by Felipe Monsalve With DJ set to be provided by special Guest DJ Presented by Zune Wednesday, July 9th: - 3:00pm - 5:00pm: LAMC Registration @ The Roosevelt Hotel - 5:00pm - 8:00pm: LAMC Music & Film Night at Central Park Summerstage featuring Bragging Rights: Stickball Stories, a film by Sonia N. Gonzalez, with musical performance by CuCu Diamantes (of Yerba Buena) and prelude by Andres Levin. - 8:00pm - 1:00am: LAMC Indie Showcase at The Mercury Lounge Co-Presented by GoTV, Gibson, Discmakers, and Myspace Latino Performances by Zigmat (New York), Che Sudaka (Barcelona), Allá (Chicago), Forro in the Dark (New York), Guajiro (Puerto Rico/Miami) plus special guests! Thursday, July 10th: - 9:00am - 5:00pm: LAMC Registration, Panels & Exhibits @ The Roosevelt Hotel - 11:00am - 5:00pm: Panel Day One at The Roosevelt Hotel featuring topics: WIDENING LATIN MUSIC'S GLOBAL REACH: How new tour markets and new technologies are creating opportunities at home and abroad Presented by Cyloop CAN I OUTSOURCE MY RECORD LABEL (OR NOT)?: New business models in a changing marketplace HEARD IT THROUGH THE GRAPEVINE: How the U.S. Latin listener hears new music Presented by Batanga - 6:00pm - 8:30pm: LAMC Acoustic Showcase at SOB's Co-Presented by Cyloop and Gibson Performances by: Che Sudaka, Udi E Geral, Chana, Emmanuel Horvilleur, Zigmat, Very Be Careful, plus special guests! - 9:00pm - 1:00am: LAMC Bowery Ballroom Showcase Presented by Terra Performances by: Pacha Massive, Emmanuel Horvilleur, Sussie 4, Mexican Institute of Sound, Ximena Sariñana, plus special guests! Friday, July 11th: - 9:00am - 5:00pm: LAMC Registration, Panels & Exhibits @ The Roosevelt Hotel, Mezzanine Level - 11:30am - 5:00pm: Panel Day Two at The Roosevelt Hotel featuring topics: BLOGUEANDO: How Latino-oriented and indie music blogs and bloggers are helping artists connect with new audiences and brands FROM UGLY BETTY TO TIGER WOODS: Licensing opportunities for new Latin sounds - 2:00pm - 3:00pm: Moses Avalon Q&A session - 7:30pm - 11:00pm: LAMC/Celebrate Brooklyn Show at Prospect Park Bandshell Presented by ZUNE Performances by: Brazilian Girls, Ticklah and Miranda! Saturday, July 12th: - 3:00pm -7:00pm: LAMC/Central Park Summerstage Show at Rumsey Playfield Presented by MTV Tr3s Performances by: Julieta Venegas, Plastilina Mosh and DJ Bitman - 8:00pm - 10:00pm: Pepsi Blue Carpet Bash//LAMC Closing Night Party Sponsored by ZUNE, Pepsi and others Come out and celebrate with the spirits and sounds of some of Latin Alternative's hottest artists! For more information on the Latin Alternative Music Conference please visit: www.latinalternative.com Sponsorship - Jennifer Sarkissian - Jennifer.sarkissian@cookman.com - 818.763.1397 Media Relations - Paul Dryden - paul.dryden@cookman.com - 818.763.1397 " HispanicTips.com - A Blogante News Service For, From & About Hispanics & Latinos]]> http://www.hispanictips.com/2008/04/29/latin-alternative-music-conference-lamc-announces-artist-lineup-and-panel-schedule/feed/